Euro Zone: Boylo Borisov was the Prime candidate for Bulgaria’s footballer of the year

BULGARIAN Prime Minister Boyko Borisov was voted his country’s footballer of the year.

Borisov triumphed in the fans’ poll after collecting 44 per cent of the votes, ahead of Manchester United’s seven-time winner Dimitar Berbatov.

The politician, who occasionally plays up front for third division side Vitosha Bistritsa, is not happy, however, and wants the vote annulled.

“It’s a protest vote,’ he said. “This vote is not a signal that Borisov is the best player but that Bulgarian football needs reforms. I suggest to hand the award to the best young player.”

Bulgarian football is at an all-time low. The country finished bottom of their Euro 2012 qualifying group with five points from eight games, while no club reached the Champions League or the Europa League group stages.